Luxury River Cruise - Nile, Yangzi & Irrawaddy River

Imagine the romance of drifting down a river, past ancient monuments and intriguing villages; sailing through epic, timeless landscapes; exploring some of the most incredible cultural and historical sites in the world.

A river cruise with Sanctuary Retreats is a remarkable journey through history - combining sightseeing led by the most knowledgeable guides with time to relax on deck. Take in the scenery along the banks of the Nile, the Three Gorges area of the Yangzi or the Ayeyarwady and Chindwin Rivers in Myanmar.

River Cruises

Our ships provide expedition cruising on the Yangzi River in
China and the Nile in Egypt. Our newest addition to the Sanctuary
portfolio is the Sanctuary Ananda, which has
been sailing the Myanmar rivers since late 2014.

A Nile cruise is one of life's epic journeys so
relax and enjoy, knowing that we have thought of everything to make
your holiday an unforgettable experience. With four boats to choose
from, we offer the most varied selections of cruise itineraries on
the Nile.

Or for the ultimate experience of any holiday in China, sail in style and comfort on board our
luxury Yangzi cruise.

Our Luxury Cruise Boats

Our luxurious all suite cruise ship will take you in style on voyages of breathtaking beauty and discovery on the great rivers of Myanmar: on the majestic Ayeyarwady from Bagan to Mandalay visiting temples, pagodas, palaces and monasteries along the way, while journeys on its great tributary, the Chindwin, will take you to places visitors rarely see – through the jungles of the north, forgotten villages, ancient towns almost to the Indian border.

The Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer introduces a new standard of cruising in China. With the largest cabins and suites on the river, all with private balconies, as well as the highest crew to passenger ratio of 1:1, this is a Yangzi cruise unlike any other.

Furnished in a contemporary style with an art deco influence, the modern fittings and cutting edge technology on board the boutique Sanctuary Sun Boat IV are combined with sophisticated public areas with luxurious teak flooring for an elegant finish. The spacious boat has 40 cabins.

The Sanctuary Sun Boat III is an intimate river yacht representing the ultimate in luxury Nile cruises. Style, comfort and refinement are reflected throughout, with white and ecru tones combined to create warmth and depth. This elegant Egypt cruise boat accommodates up to 36 guests in 18 cabins.

The Sanctuary Nile Adventurer has just 32 cabins, offering an elegant and relaxed cruising experience. Decorated in a modern, comfortable style and providing gourmet cuisine as well as superb sightseeing experiences with the country’s most experienced Egyptologists, this is a taste of genuine 5-star luxury on a timeless river.

The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau is a bespoke dahabiya, available for charter. With only four cabins and two suites, it is the epitome of style. The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau offers you the unique opportunity to tailor your Egypt cruise and each day’s sightseeing by offering an “a la carte” style touring itinerary.